Kohlberg calls the stage of moral reasoning at which children are governed by self-interests and are motivated by rewards and punishment the
A) preconventional stage.
B) the autonomous stage.
C) conventional stage.
D) mutual exchange stage.

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Kohlberg's preconventional stage is characterized by a focus on self-interest and a motivation based on the rewards and punishments of the situation. This stage typically applies to young children who have not yet developed a sense of morality beyond their own immediate needs and desires.

Kohlberg Calls the Stage of Moral Reasoning at Which Children